About Auli
India's premier ski destination at 2,800 m. The powder slopes face Nanda Devi, the country's second-highest peak. A 4-km cable car — Asia's longest — links Joshimath to the runs above.
Best Time to Visit
November to March (ski) / April to June (trek)
January and February deliver the best powder. In summer the ski runs become alpine meadows leading to the Kuari Pass trek and the Valley of Flowers.
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Travel Tips
- Take the Joshimath cable car instead of driving up — saves 2 hours
- Rent skis and an instructor from GMVN Ski Resort
- Carry an aadhar card for the inner-line permits near the China border
How to Reach Auli
Auli is located in Uttarakhand, India at coordinates 30.5265°N, 79.5651°E. You can reach Auli by air (nearest airport in Uttarakhand), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.
How to reach Auli from major cities
Auli from Delhi
~390 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹255 · 7h 33m
- Train (3AC) ₹685 · 6h 59m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹1,095 · 7h 29m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹5,365 · 7h 20m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹255) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (6h 59m).
Auli from Lucknow
~538 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹335 · 10h 9m
- Train (3AC) ₹880 · 9h 22m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹1,480 · 10h 11m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹7,300 · 10h 2m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹335) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (9h 22m).
Auli from Jaipur
~681 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹410 · 12h 39m
- Train (3AC) ₹1,065 · 11h 39m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹1,850 · 12h 47m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹9,160 · 12h 38m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹410) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (11h 39m).
Auli from Ahmedabad
~1356 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹1,935 · 22h 27m
- Train (2AC) ₹2,810 · 22h 27m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹3,605 · 25h 3m
- Flight (Economy) ₹7,080 · 4h 28m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,935) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 28m).
Auli from Kolkata
~1554 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,195 · 25h 37m
- Train (2AC) ₹3,180 · 25h 37m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹4,120 · 28h 39m
- Flight (Economy) ₹7,795 · 4h 46m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,195) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 46m).
Auli from Mumbai
~1800 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,515 · 29h 33m
- Train (2AC) ₹3,640 · 29h 33m
- Flight (Economy) ₹8,680 · 5h 7m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,515) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (5h 7m).
Fares are indicative estimates based on distance — verify with the operator before booking.
Planning Your Visit to Auli
Auli lies in Uttarakhand, India, and ranks among the state’s most-visited hill station destinations. The nearest major city and transport gateway is Dehradun, roughly 149 km away — most travellers route through Dehradun by air or rail before continuing on to Auli. Time your trip for November to March (ski) / April to June (trek) for the most comfortable weather.
Visitors from United States are eligible for India’s e-Tourist Visa — apply online a few days before you fly. all on-site costs are in Indian Rupees (₹); use the currency converter above to see each ticket tier in your home currency.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best time to visit Auli?
- The best time to visit Auli is November to March (ski) / April to June (trek). January and February deliver the best powder. In summer the ski runs become alpine meadows leading to the Kuari Pass trek and the Valley of Flowers.
- What are the top travel tips for Auli?
- Take the Joshimath cable car instead of driving up — saves 2 hours. Rent skis and an instructor from GMVN Ski Resort. Carry an aadhar card for the inner-line permits near the China border.
- Where is Auli located?
- Auli is in Uttarakhand, India, at 30.5265° N, 79.5651° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Dehradun, about 149 km away.
- What are the best places to visit near Auli?
- Top attractions near Auli include Badrinath Temple (about 25 km away), Kedarnath Temple (about 53 km away), Gangotri (about 79 km away) — all easy to combine on a Uttarakhand trip.
- How to reach Auli from Delhi?
- Auli is about 390 km from Delhi. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹255, 7h 33m), Train (3AC) (~₹685, 6h 59m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,095, 7h 29m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹255) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (6h 59m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Auli from Lucknow?
- Auli is about 538 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹335, 10h 9m), Train (3AC) (~₹880, 9h 22m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,480, 10h 11m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹335) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (9h 22m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Auli from Jaipur?
- Auli is about 681 km from Jaipur. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹410, 12h 39m), Train (3AC) (~₹1,065, 11h 39m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,850, 12h 47m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹410) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (11h 39m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
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